2012 YAMAHA XMAX 250 coolant

1. Final transmission oil filler cap
2. O-ring
6. Install the final transmission oil
drain bolt and its new gasket,
and then tighten the bolt to the
specified torque.
1. Final transmission oil drain bolt
7. Refill with the specified amount
of the recommended final trans-
mission oil. WARNING! Make
sure that no foreign material
enters the final transmission
case. Make sure that no oil
gets on the tire or wheel.
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8. Install the final transmission oil
filler cap and its new O-ring, and
then tighten the oil filler cap.
9. Check the final transmission case
for oil leakage. If oil is leaking,
check for the cause.
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Coolant
The coolant level should be checked
before each ride. In addition, the coo-
lant must be changed at the intervals
specified in the periodic maintenance
and lubrication chart.
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To check the coolant level
1. Place the vehicle on a level surfa-
ce and hold it in an upright posi-
tion.
TIP
The coolant level must be chec-
ked on a cold engine since the
level varies with engine tempera-
ture.
Make sure that the vehicle is
positioned straight up when
checking the coolant level. A
slight tilt to the side can result in
a false reading.
2. Check the coolant level through
the check window.
Recommended final transmission
oil:
See page 8-1
Oil quantity:
0.25 L (0.26 US qt, 0.22 Imp.qt)
Tightening torque:
Final transmission oil drain bolt:

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TIP
The coolant should be between the
minimum and maximum level marks.
1. Maximum level mark
2. Minimum level mark
3. Coolant level check window
3. If the coolant is at or below the
minimum level mark, lift up the
right floorboard mat as shown.
1. Floorboard mat
4. Open the reservoir cap, and then
add coolant to the maximum
level mark. WARNING! Remove
only the coolant reservoir cap.
Never attempt to remove the
radiator cap when the engine is
hot.
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NOTICE: If coolant is not avai-
lable, use distilled water or soft
tap water instead. Do not use
hard water or salt water since it
is harmful to the engine. If
water has been used instead of
coolant, replace it with coolant
as soon as possible, otherwise
the cooling system will not be
protected against frost andcorrosion. If water has been
added to the coolant, have a
Yamaha dealer check the anti-
freeze content of the coolant
as soon as possible, otherwise
the effectiveness of the coolant
will be reduced.
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1. Coolant reservoir cap
5. Close the reservoir cap
6. Place the floorboard mat in the
original position and push it
downward to secure it.
Coolant reservoir capacity:
0.25 L (0.26 US qt, 0.22 Imp.qt)
FULL
LOW
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Changing the coolant
The coolant must be changed at the
intervals specified in the periodic
maintenance and lubrication chart.
Have a Yamaha dealer change the
coolant. WARNING! Never attempt
to remove the radiator cap when
the engine is hot.
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Air filter and V-belt case air
filter elements
The air filter element should be repla-
ced and the V-belt case air filter ele-
ment should be cleaned at the inter-
vals specified in the periodic
maintenance and lubrication chart.
Service the air filter elements more
frequently if you are riding in unu-
sually wet or dusty areas.
Replacing the air filter element
1. Place the scooter on the centers-
tand.
2. Remove the air filter case cover
by removing the screws.
1. Air filter case cover
2. Screw
3. Air filter element
3. Pull the air filter element out.
4. Insert a new air filter element into
the air filter case.
5. Install the air filter case cover by
installing the screws.
Cleaning the V-belt case air filter
element
1. Remove the V-belt case air filter
cover by removing the screws.
1. V-belt case air filter element cover
2. Screw
2. Remove the air filter element, and
then blow out the dirt with com-
pressed air as shown.
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Engine overheatingEWAT1040
Do not remove the radiator cap when the engine and radiator are hot. Scalding hot fluid and steam may be
blown out under pressure, which could cause serious injury. Be sure to wait until the engine has cooled.
Place a thick rag, like a towel, over the radiator cap, and then slowly rotate the cap counterclockwise to the
detent to allow any residual pressure to escape. When the hissing sound has stopped, press down on the
cap while turning it counterclockwise, and then remove the cap.
TIP
If coolant is not available, tap water can be temporarily used instead, provided that it is changed to the recommended
coolant as soon as possible.
Wait until the
engine has cooled.Check the coolant level in the
reservoir and radiator.
The coolant level
is OK.
The coolant level is low.
Check the cooling system
for leakage.
Have a Yamaha dealer checkand repair the cooling system.
Add coolant. (See TIP.)
Start the engine. If the engine overheats again, have a
Yamaha dealer check and repair the cooling system.
There is
leakage.
There is
no leakage.
WARNING
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Dimensions:Overall length:
2201 mm (86.7 in)
Overall width:
776 mm (30.6 in)
Overall height:
YP250R 1337 mm (52.6 in)
YP250RA 1337 mm (52.6 in)
YP250R Sport 1186 mm (46.7 in)
Seat height:
792 mm (31.2 in)
Wheelbase:
1545 mm (60.8 in)
Ground clearance:
135 mm (5.31 in)
Minimum turning radius:
1805 mm (71.1 in)
Weight:With oil and fuel:
YP250R 180 kg (397 lb)
YP250RA 184 kg (406 lb)
YP250R Sport 181.5 kg (400 lb)
Engine:Engine type:
Liquid cooled 4-stroke, SOHC
Cylinder arrangement:
Forward-inclined single cylinder
Displacement:
249 cm
3
Bore x stroke:
69.0 x 66.8 mm (2.72 x 2.63 in)
Compression ratio:
10.00 :1
Starting system:
Electric starterLubrication system:
Wet sump
Engine oil:Recommended brand:
YAMALUBE
Type:
SAE 10W-30, 10W-40, 10W-50, 15W-40,
20W-40 or 20W-50
Recommended engine oil grade:
API service SF, SG type or higher, JASO
standard MA
Engine oil quantity:Periodic oil change:
1.30 L (1.37 US qt, 1.14 Imp.qt)
Final transmission oil:Type:
YAMALUBE 10W-40 or SAE 10W-30 type
SE motor oil
Quantity:
0.25 L (0.26 US qt, 0.22 Imp.qt)
Cooling system:Coolant reservoir capacity (up to the maxi-
mum level mark):
0.25 L (0.26 US qt, 0.22 Imp.qt)Radiator capacity (including all routes):
1.00 L (1.06 US qt, 0.88 Imp.qt)
Air filter:Air filter element:
Oil-coated paper element
Fuel:Recommended fuel:
Regular unleaded gasoline only
Fuel tank capacity:
11.8 L (3.12 US gal, 2.60 Imp.gal)
Fuel reserve amount:
2.0 L (0.53 US gal, 0.44 Imp.gal)
Spark plug(s):Manufacturer/model:
NGK/DPR8EA-9
Spark plug gap:
0.8–0.9 mm (0.031–0.035 in)
Clutch:Clutch type:
Dry, centrifugal automatic
Transmission:Primary reduction system:
Helical gear
Primary reduction ratio:
40/15 (2.666)
Secondary reduction system:
Helical gear
-20 -10 0
10 20 30
40
50 ˚C
SAE 10W-30
SAE 15W-40
SAE 20W-40
SAE 20W-50
SAE 10W-40
SAE 10W-50
SPECIFICATIONS
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AABS (for ABS models)..............................3-13
ABS warning light (for ABS models) ..........3-4
Acceleration and deceleration ...................5-3
Air filter and V-belt case air filter
elements ................................................6-15
Anti-theft alarm (optional) ........................3-11
Auxiliary light bulb, replacing ...................6-30
BBattery......................................................6-25
Brake fluid level, checking .......................6-21
Brake fluid, changing ...............................6-22
Brake lever, front ......................................3-12
Brake lever, rear .......................................3-12
Brake levers, lubricating ..........................6-22
Braking .......................................................5-3
CCare............................................................7-1
Catalytic converters .................................3-16
Centerstand and sidestand, checking
and lubricating .......................................6-23
Coolant.....................................................6-13
Cowlings and panels, removing and
installing ...................................................6-8
DDimmer switch .........................................3-11
EEngine break-in ..........................................5-4
Engine oil .................................................6-10
Engine trouble warning light ......................3-4
FFinal transmission oil ...............................6-12
Front and rear brake lever free play.........6-19
Front and rear brake pads, checking ......6-20Front fork, checking .................................6-24
Fuel ..........................................................3-15
Fuel consumption, tips for reducing ..........5-4
Fuel tank cap ...........................................3-14
Fuses, replacing .......................................6-26
HHandlebar switches .................................3-11
Hazard switch ..........................................3-12
Headlight bulb, replacing .........................6-28
High beam indicator light...........................3-4
Horn switch ..............................................3-12
IIdentification numbers ...............................9-1
Ignition circuit cut-off system ..................3-20
Immobilizer system ....................................3-1
Indicator and warning lights ......................3-4
LLicense plate light bulb, replacing ...........6-30
MMain switch/steering lock ..........................3-2
Maintenance and lubrication, periodic ......6-4
Maintenance, emission control system .....6-3
Matte color, caution ...................................7-1
Model label ................................................9-1
Multi-function display ................................3-6
PParking .......................................................5-5
Part locations .............................................2-1
Pass switch ..............................................3-12
SSafe-riding points.......................................1-5
Safety information ......................................1-1
Seat ..........................................................3-17
Securing bracket ......................................3-17Shock absorber assemblies, adjusting....3-19
Sidestand .................................................3-20
Spark plug, checking .................................6-9
Specifications.............................................8-1
Speedometer .............................................3-5
Start switch ..............................................3-12
Starting off .................................................5-2
Starting the engine.....................................5-1
Steering, checking ...................................6-24
Storage.......................................................7-3
Storage compartments ............................3-18
TTachometer ................................................3-6
Tail/brake light bulb or rear turn signal
light bulb, replacing ...............................6-29
Throttle cable free play, adjusting ............6-16
Throttle grip and cable, checking and
lubricating ..............................................6-22
Tires .........................................................6-17
Tool kit ........................................................6-2
Troubleshooting .......................................6-30
Troubleshooting charts ............................6-32
Turn signal indicator lights .........................3-4
Turn signal light bulb (front), replacing ....6-29
Turn signal switch ....................................3-12
VValve clearance ........................................6-17
Vehicle identification number .....................9-1
WWheel bearings, checking........................6-25
Wheels .....................................................6-19
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